1-15C2 B
Why must all MF-HF Distress, Urgency and Safety communications take place solely on the 6 assigned frequencies and in the simplex operating mode?
A. For non-GMDSS ships, to maximize the chances for other vessels to receive those communications.
B. Answers a) and c) are both correct.
C. For GMDSS or DSC-equipped ships, to maximize the chances for other vessels to receive those communications following the transmission of a DSC call of the correct priority.
D. To enable an RCC or Coast station to only hear communications from the vessel actually in distress.
